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How Basketball Works

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The squeak of the shoes, the roar of the coach, the jab of the elbow! To many of us, basketball is the American pastime.

How Cremation Works

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First, you burn the body until only brittle, pulverized bones are left. These remains are pulverized into ashes, and then placed into urns -- or diamonds, coral reefs and even outer space.

How Cars Work

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A car contains dozens of different technologies. Everything from the engine to the tires is its own special universe of design and engineering.

How can you measure the height of a tall tower?

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Is there an easy way to measure the height of a cell phone tower in my neighborhood?

How the Radio Spectrum Works

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AM radio, FM radio, CB radio... These are all different chunks of the radio spectrum. Find out about the thousands of different uses for radio waves!

How Breast Pumps Work

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Breastfeeding is a healthy way to feed young children, but busy schedules and other factors may keep mom from being available when baby's hungry. Breast pumps can help bridge that gap.

How Does a Gas Pump Know When to Stop?

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The days of spilling gasoline all over our shoes are pretty much over. But it begs the question: How does a gas pump know when to stop? Read this simple explanation of the mechanics that cause a gas pump to shut off when the tank is full.

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